Bobby Thompson

Bobby Lynn Thompson, 59, of Asheboro, passed away Saturday, October 19, 2024, at Randolph Hospice House, Asheboro.

A good man will rise before dawn, be prepared to seize each and every day, be passionate about his family, loyal to those who depend on him, quick to laugh (though quicker to make others laugh), and be decent and kind. Bobby Lynn Thompson, of Asheboro North Carolina, was a good man. Regrettably, on October 19, 2024, much to his disappointment, Bobby passed away.

Now not all dawns begin the same. Bobby’s humble beginnings commenced in Asheboro on January 16, 1965. As a young man he discovered (the hard way) that in life, you could either pull yourself up by your own bootstraps, or let others push you down. And so, in the midday of his life, and with some hard life lessons and incredible ambition, Bobby set off for a life of greater good.

On a professional level, Bobby spent 26 years working for McRae Roofing, before starting his own company; Thompson Roofing Services, in 2010. He was a member of Brower’s Wesleyan Church, where he played on the Praise Team. Bobby began the Cover the Elderly ministry to help provide roofs for the elderly in need. He also volunteered for Habitat for Humanity. Bobby only recently retired and planned on volunteering at Hospice in Randolph County, but sadly spent his last days there as a patient.

On a personal level, Bobby was a brilliant innovator, and always ready to try something new. He loved music and had mastered numerous instruments. Bobby genuinely loved meeting people and getting to know them. He also loved riding dirt bikes with his friends and family. But perhaps his greatest gift was that of laughter. He was always quick with a joke, loved to tease those around him, and once claimed no one could be more sarcastic than himself!

On a familial level, Bobby’s grandest achievements involved his family. On September 11, 1999, he married Ann White. He is also the proud father of four children (Jennifer, Jonathan, Savannah and Megan), and grandchildren (Noah, Prudence, Jude, Harper, Nora, Hendrix, Carson, Caleb, Caden, Jace and Skylar), for whom he holds the greatest love.

Bobby is survived by his wife, Ann White Thompson; brother Bill DeWeese; mother, Martha Faltinowski; children, Jennifer Thompson; Jonathan Thompson, Savannah Tilley, and Megan Keene. He is predeceased by his father, Jim DeWeese; his sister, Linda Greene; and his grandson, Camrin Keene.

For almost 2 years, Bobby fought a valiant battle against an aggressive form of cancer. He expended every effort to allow himself more time to spend with those he loved. But in the last few weeks his body grew weary, and sadly, the sun has set upon his life. For those who survive, the weight of dusk can feel burdensome. But find peace, warmth, and light in the memory of Bobby, and the legacy he leaves behind; respect, honor, hard work, dedication, humor, love and kindness.

Please join us on Saturday, October 26th at 2:00 PM at the Thompson Arts and Event Hall at the Historic Lucks Cannery (798 NC Hwy. 705 East, Seagrove), for a celebration of Bobby’s life. Bring your favorite stories of Bobby, but dress casual as per Bobby’s wishes.